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Trains from Nelson (NEL) to Colchester Town (CET)

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15

train journeys
per day

187

miles (301 kms)

6hrs 49 mins

fastest journey

05:58 / 00:03

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 4 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Nelson (NEL) to Colchester Town (CET)

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Nelson and Colchester Town , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 15 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Nelson to Colchester Town is approximately 187 miles (301 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 8hrs 17 mins.

Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Nelson and Colchester Town.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Nelson to Colchester Town. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 49 mins.

Journeys from Nelson to Colchester Town Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:58
    6 hrs 49 mins 4 changes
    12:47
    Nelson
    Colchester Town
    Nelson to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:58
    6 hrs 49 mins 4 changes
    13:47
    Nelson
    Colchester Town
    Nelson to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:58
    6 hrs 49 mins 4 changes
    14:47
    Nelson
    Colchester Town
    Nelson to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:58
    6 hrs 49 mins 4 changes
    15:47
    Nelson
    Colchester Town
    Nelson to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:58
    6 hrs 49 mins 4 changes
    16:47
    Nelson
    Colchester Town
    Nelson to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:58
    6 hrs 49 mins 4 changes
    17:47
    Nelson
    Colchester Town
    Nelson to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:58
    6 hrs 49 mins 4 changes
    18:47
    Nelson
    Colchester Town
    Nelson to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    12:58
    6 hrs 49 mins 4 changes
    19:47
    Nelson
    Colchester Town
    Nelson to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    13:58
    6 hrs 53 mins 4 changes
    20:51
    Nelson
    Colchester Town
    Nelson to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    14:58
    6 hrs 49 mins 4 changes
    21:47
    Nelson
    Colchester Town
    Nelson to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    15:58
    6 hrs 49 mins 4 changes
    22:47
    Nelson
    Colchester Town
    Nelson to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    16:58
    13 hrs 29 mins 4 changes
    06:27
    Nelson
    Colchester Town
    Nelson to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    18:58
    12 hrs 47 mins 4 changes
    07:45
    Nelson
    Colchester Town
    Nelson to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    21:58
    11 hrs 51 mins 4 changes
    09:49
    Nelson
    Colchester Town
    Nelson to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    22:58
    11 hrs 5 mins 4 changes
    10:03
    Nelson
    Colchester Town
    Nelson to Colchester Town

About Nelson Station

Station name Nelson (NEL)
Address Nelson station, Hibson Road, Nelson, Lancashire, BB9 9SF
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Colchester Town Station

Station name Colchester Town (CET)
Address Colchester Town station, St. Botolphs Circus, Colchester, Essex, CO2 7EF
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 20:15
Saturday 07:00 - 18:45
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Nelson and Colchester Town

The travel time between Nelson and Colchester Town by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 8hrs 17 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 49 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Nelson and Colchester Town vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 15 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:58, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:03.

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Amenities on trains between Nelson and Colchester Town can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Nelson & Colchester Town. owever, there are 15 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Nelson and Colchester Town.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Nelson and Colchester Town, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.